The Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF) operates various squadrons and aircraft at the airbase, including AgustaWestland AW101 SAR Queen and Bell 412 helicopters.

In 2002, 332 Squadron with F-16 Fighting Falcons was moved from Rygge to Bodø Main Air Station.

[2] The United States Department of Defense FY19 budget has requested $13.8 million being spent for taxiway construction at Rygge airport to expand operational capabilities as a part of the European Deterrence Initiative.

[4] 339 Special Operations Aviation Squadron's Bell 412SP aircraft used primarily to support the Norwegian Special Operations Command and Norwegian Police Service SWAT units.

[5] A detachment of 330 Squadron operates AgustaWestland AW101 SAR Queen helicopters for search and rescue.